[C320-list] Hot water tank
Allan S Field
allan.field at verizon.net
Tue Aug 9 16:41:50 PDT 2016
Tom - Opening the valve at the bottom of the hot water tank does not drain
all the water! There is at least 1-2 gallons left. - Allan
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Of Tom Talling
Sent: Tuesday, August 9, 2016 3:45 PM
To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Hot water tank
When I winterize my boat I disconnect the hot water out line and the cold
water in line and connect them together. Then you open up the valve at the
bottom of the heater and let all the water run out. Just leave it open for
the winter. Then when you run the pink antifreeze through it just goes
through the lines and not the tank. Then flush out the lines with fresh
water in the spring and no pink fluid in the heater tank. Saves a lot of
pink fluid too.
Tom Talling
One Shot, Bohemia River #978
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Today's Topics:
1. Re: Water Heater Sacrificial Anode (Warren Updike)
2. Lands End (Allan S Field)
3. Re: Lands End (Karl Mielenhausen)
4. Re: C80 chart plotter issue (Daryl Hunt)
5. Re: Mid-ship Cleat (sail-ability sail-ability)
6. Re: Mid-ship Cleat (Dick Walker)
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Message: 1
Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2016 17:46:21 -0400
From: Warren Updike <wupdike at hotmail.com>
To: <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Water Heater Sacrificial Anode
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Here are two tricks I like to use when closing the boat: 1) open a hot water
faucet to let a fair bit of cold water into the hot water tank, this cools
the hot water down to retard any growth of biomes that might be present; 2)
turn off the water pump and open a faucet to let the water pressure out of
the system. Also, we rarely use the AC element to heat water. Once heated by
the engine it stays hot for quite a while.
BTW, when leaving the boat, I also like to run about a bowl-full of potable
water through the head. This helps to flush the hoses through to the tank.
This is especially useful if you use raw water to flush the head. Since
switching to only potable water flush and using OdorLos, we've not had a
problem with head odors.
Warren and Pattie Updike
1994 C320 "Warr de Mar" #62
Middle River, Chesapeake Bay
-----Original Message-----
From: Dean Vermeire [mailto:dean at vermeire.us]
Sent: Monday, August 08, 2016 2:29 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Water Heater Sacrificial Anode
All,
Thanks for the feedback. I'm surprised to hear that the sacrificial anode
could make it worse.
For now, I think I'll give it another good effort of thoroughly cleaning the
tanks and water heater and using a new filter. I'll also go back to blowing
out / vacuuming out the water system at the end of the season.
Thanks again,
Dean
-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf
Of Chris Burti
Sent: Monday, August 08, 2016 12:14 PM
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Water Heater Sacrificial Anode
In this region, shoreside, sacrificial anodes are blamed for sulphuric
smells and removed.
Best Regards,
Chris Burti
> On Aug 8, 2016, at 12:13 PM, Dean Vermeire <dean at vermeire.us> wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
>
>
> The hot water on our C320 smells bad. I'm not sure I would call it a
> sulfur smell, but that wouldn't be too far off. I have flushed the
> water tanks, cleaned with a bleach solution, flushed again, etc. I do
> think that having put the pink antifreeze in for the winter has added
> to the problem. The water at the lake where we keep our boat is
> undoubtedly well water, rich with minerals. I do use a filter
> cartridge when I fill the tanks, but don't think I'd really want to
> drink
the water anyway.
>
>
>
> I have been reading a bit online, and saw references to a sacrificial
> anode for the water heater that sounds like it is what I need.
>
>
>
> Do any of you have experience with this? It looks like it just
> replaces the spigot on the water heater with a metal rod.
>
>
>
> Any advice is appreciated.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Dean Vermeire
>
> Moonstruck II (#847)
>
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Message: 2
Date: Mon, 08 Aug 2016 18:00:08 -0400
From: "Allan S Field" <allan.field at verizon.net>
To: <C320-List at Catalina320.com>
Subject: [C320-list] Lands End
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As a value-add to the membership, we have an arrangement with Lands End for
logo clothing. Following is an e-mail I received today from Lands End that
may be worth looking into. Note that the Association receives nothing from
this offer. To access the 2 available logos, go to
<http://ces.landsend.com/Catali1> http://ces.landsend.com/Catali1
You are receiving this e-mail with the details a special promotion. We are
offering free logo application of logos up to 16,000 stitches and free
standard shipping on your orders placed through Friday, August 19th.When
placing your order, please call 1-800-497-6566 and mention the promotion
code OUT4. This offer may also be used on our website. Promotional
products do not qualify for this special offer. Thanks again and we would
love to hear from you!
Allan S. Field
Secretary/Treasurer
Catalina 320 International Association
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Message: 3
Date: Mon, 8 Aug 2016 18:29:21 -0400
From: Karl Mielenhausen <kmielen at gmail.com>
To: C320IA Discussion List <C320-List at catalina320.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Lands End
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It can be a bear to navigate their website.
This link might help...
https://business.landsend.com/store/catali1/
Karl
On Mon, Aug 8, 2016 at 6:00 PM, Allan S Field <allan.field at verizon.net>
wrote:
> As a value-add to the membership, we have an arrangement with Lands
> End for logo clothing. Following is an e-mail I received today from
> Lands End that may be worth looking into. Note that the Association
> receives nothing from this offer. To access the 2 available logos, go
> to <http://ces.landsend.com/Catali1> http://ces.landsend.com/Catali1
>
>
>
>
>
> You are receiving this e-mail with the details a special promotion.
> We are offering free logo application of logos up to 16,000 stitches
> and free standard shipping on your orders placed through Friday,
> August 19th.When placing your order, please call 1-800-497-6566 and
> mention the promotion code OUT4. This offer may also be used on our
> website. Promotional
> products do not qualify for this special offer. Thanks again and we
> would
> love to hear from you!
>
>
>
> Allan S. Field
>
> Secretary/Treasurer
>
> Catalina 320 International Association
>
>
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Message: 4
Date: Mon, 08 Aug 2016 18:44:49 -0400
From: Daryl Hunt <drhunt at rochester.rr.com>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] C80 chart plotter issue
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Thanks Jeff!
regards,?Daryl
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From: Jeff Z <jeffzinselmeyer at hotmail.com>
Date: 8/6/16 5:01 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] C80 chart plotter issue
I have the same plotter, and last summer mine started with the distorted
display, which then led to complete blank screen. I shipped to Raymarine for
diagnosis, expecting the worst. I got a call from the tech there and he said
its a common problem, repair was under $200 including return shipping. He
also stated they repair it in a way which will prevent the same problem from
happening again. I was extremely pleased with the service and how quick i
had the unit back.
See the raymarine website for shipping instructions.
Jeff ZinselmeyerEscape - 934
?? ?
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Message: 5
Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2016 11:15:24 -0400 (EDT)
From: sail-ability sail-ability <sail-ability at sympatico.ca>
To: jbrown5093 <jbrown5093 at yahoo.com>, c320-list <c320-list at catalina320.com>
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Mid-ship Cleat
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I got my cleats from Garhauer and they are different lengths for the
top and bottom tracks. Garhauer knows this.
JohnM
1999#574
---------- Original Message ----------
From: jbrown5093 at yahoo.com
Date: July 26, 2016 at 4:33 PM
I have seen 320s where different track cleats wouldn't fit on the
upper track that is recessed. Into the cabin top. The problem isn't
with the width of the track but with the length. If just a hair too
long you can't get the cleat to slide on because it wont "fit" in
the space between the end of the track and the beginning of the
recess. My shaffers do fit but another brand (ronstan maybe) won't
go on. On another boat even the shaffers wouldn't slip on. So if you
plan to use them on both tracks try before you buy.
Great tip on stopping the hunting at anchor, Chris. Can't wait to
try it.
Jim Brown
Sent from my iPad
> On Jul 26, 2016, at 3:35 PM, Scott Westwood
<scottwestwood at bellsouth.net> wrote:
>
> FWIW. I measured my jib track ('98 # 517) a couple of days ago and
it was 1-1/4 ".
> Leaning even more now to track-run cleats. Still reviewing
though..... Would prefer cleat on gunnel ridge under life line but
may not be practical (worth the effort).
> Thanks,
> Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net H (919)-362-8538 C
(919)-618-7185
>
> From: Beverly Wright <bev.wright at verizon.net>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 2:50 PM
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Mid-ship Cleat
>
> I have two track cleats that are different from each other, can't
recall the brands, one came from the other owner and I bought one.
They are a great choice because they can be removed when racing and
cruising (they have caught the lines on occasion) and moved along
the track for spring lines when rafting to other boats or at
marinas. I had not thought about attaching a 1/4" line to the pin
but I'm definitely doing that because it provides something to hold
on to when removing them. I almost had one go overboard as it was
being removed. I haven't had the issue that Commitment has, but I
will keep that trick in mind if we find that happening at anchor.
>
> My tracks are 1 1/4" per the diagram in the manual
>
> Bev Wright
> s/v Whoosh
> Edgewater, MD
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com]
On Behalf Of Chris Burti
> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 2:05 PM
> To: 320
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Mid-ship Cleat
>
> I have both (two Garhauer and one Schaefer) and prefer the
Schaefer. Adding a loop of 1/4" line to the pin made far more
useful. I move it from side to side, forward and aft on the tracks
and up and down from the Genoa track to the jib track on the cabin
top. This proved farm re effective in setting spring lines at the
multitude of docks we experienced on our cruise.
>
> In addition, Commitment sails like a drunken bat when at anchor in
any wind over 5 knots. Using a rolling hitch to tie a spring line
from the anchor rode to a mid-ship cleat set well forward moderates
that tendency greatly.
>
> Chris Burti
> Farmville, NC
>
>
> On Tue, Jul 26, 2016 at 12:47 PM, Stephen Cox <scox at timmin.com>
wrote:
>
>>>
>>> Don't mount one get the Garhauer that fits on the track
>>
>> Personally think the Schaefer equivalent is a nicer cleat. It
looks
>> more in keeping with the other cleats on the boat, has no
protrusion
>> on top to catch lines either. Defender sell them.
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Stephen Cox
>> Tegwen #1141
>
>
>
>
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Message: 6
Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2016 08:25:07 -0700
From: Dick Walker <dickwalker at att.net>
To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Mid-ship Cleat
Message-ID: <9E50C1C6-14A2-405B-ADD3-18F9A03D8DB2 at att.net>
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For the regatta Garhauer is giving a 10% discount, no tax and free shipping
Now is the time to buy. Until 12 September
Call them and you can quote the c-320 regatta discount
This covers anything in their catalogue
Call me if you have any questions.
Cheers
Dick Walker
Regatta Chair
740 Olive Ave.
Coronado ,CA 92118
619.435.8986
> On Aug 9, 2016, at 08:15, sail-ability sail-ability
> <sail-ability at sympatico.ca> wrote:
>
> I got my cleats from Garhauer and they are different lengths for the
> top and bottom tracks. Garhauer knows this.
>
> JohnM
>
> 1999#574
>
> ---------- Original Message ----------
> From: jbrown5093 at yahoo.com
> Date: July 26, 2016 at 4:33 PM
> I have seen 320s where different track cleats wouldn't fit on the
> upper track that is recessed. Into the cabin top. The problem isn't
> with the width of the track but with the length. If just a hair too
> long you can't get the cleat to slide on because it wont "fit" in
> the space between the end of the track and the beginning of the
> recess. My shaffers do fit but another brand (ronstan maybe) won't
> go on. On another boat even the shaffers wouldn't slip on. So if you
> plan to use them on both tracks try before you buy.
> Great tip on stopping the hunting at anchor, Chris. Can't wait to
> try it.
> Jim Brown
> Sent from my iPad
>>> On Jul 26, 2016, at 3:35 PM, Scott Westwood
>> <scottwestwood at bellsouth.net> wrote:
>>
>> FWIW. I measured my jib track ('98 # 517) a couple of days ago and
> it was 1-1/4 ".
>> Leaning even more now to track-run cleats. Still reviewing
> though..... Would prefer cleat on gunnel ridge under life line but
> may not be practical (worth the effort).
>> Thanks,
>> Scott Westwood scottwestwood at bellsouth.net H (919)-362-8538 C
> (919)-618-7185
>>
>> From: Beverly Wright <bev.wright at verizon.net>
>> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 2:50 PM
>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Mid-ship Cleat
>>
>> I have two track cleats that are different from each other, can't
> recall the brands, one came from the other owner and I bought one.
> They are a great choice because they can be removed when racing and
> cruising (they have caught the lines on occasion) and moved along
> the track for spring lines when rafting to other boats or at
> marinas. I had not thought about attaching a 1/4" line to the pin
> but I'm definitely doing that because it provides something to hold
> on to when removing them. I almost had one go overboard as it was
> being removed. I haven't had the issue that Commitment has, but I
> will keep that trick in mind if we find that happening at anchor.
>>
>> My tracks are 1 1/4" per the diagram in the manual
>>
>> Bev Wright
>> s/v Whoosh
>> Edgewater, MD
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com]
> On Behalf Of Chris Burti
>> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 2:05 PM
>> To: 320
>> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Mid-ship Cleat
>>
>> I have both (two Garhauer and one Schaefer) and prefer the
> Schaefer. Adding a loop of 1/4" line to the pin made far more
> useful. I move it from side to side, forward and aft on the tracks
> and up and down from the Genoa track to the jib track on the cabin
> top. This proved farm re effective in setting spring lines at the
> multitude of docks we experienced on our cruise.
>>
>> In addition, Commitment sails like a drunken bat when at anchor in
> any wind over 5 knots. Using a rolling hitch to tie a spring line
> from the anchor rode to a mid-ship cleat set well forward moderates
> that tendency greatly.
>>
>> Chris Burti
>> Farmville, NC
>>
>>
>>> On Tue, Jul 26, 2016 at 12:47 PM, Stephen Cox <scox at timmin.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>>>
>>>> Don't mount one get the Garhauer that fits on the track
>>>
>>> Personally think the Schaefer equivalent is a nicer cleat. It
> looks
>>> more in keeping with the other cleats on the boat, has no
> protrusion
>>> on top to catch lines either. Defender sell them.
>>>
>>> Regards,
>>>
>>> Stephen Cox
>>> Tegwen #1141
>
>>
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